1337 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92104
dorfmanphd14@gmail.com
M-TH 12PM - 7:30PM F 12PM - 5PM
* Telemedicine and In-Person Sessions Available
1337 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92104
dorfmanphd14@gmail.com
M-TH 12PM - 7:30PM F 12PM - 5PM
* Telemedicine and In-Person Sessions Available
Lesley Dorfman, PhD
CBT
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been firmly established and demonstrated by research to be a superior treatment for many mental health conditions. It is the leading treatment and has shown that patients who utilize CBT tend to have fewer return of troubling behavior patterns, learn life tools for their future as they attained implement new skills to change the underlying dysfunctional beliefs and patterns keeping them stuck.
CBT
CBT has been shown to be empirically effective treatment formally disorders. Here are but a few:
Depression and Mood Disorders,Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Specific Phobias, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD, Pure O, Health Anxiety, Social Anxiety Disorder, PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), Bipolar, Sleep Disorders, Insomnia, Stress, Transitions in life, personal and professional, Parenting, School related issues, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Dating, Grieving and Loss, Relationship Problems, Tinnitus, Misophonia
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- Academy of Cognitive Therapy ACT
- YouTube on anxiety Reid Wilson
- Learn natural ways to promote relaxation
- Free Yourself from Obsessive-Compulsive Behavior
- The Paradox of Choice. Why More is Less
- I Am Not Sick:I don’t Need Help! How to Help Someone. With Mental Illness Accept Treatment
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We offer telemedicine and in-person cognitive behavioral therapy for adolescents, young adults, and adults, including individual, couples, and family sessions.
Are you struggling with recurrent and intrusive thoughts, images, or urges of a disturbing nature? Avoiding activities and consumed with carrying out compulsive behaviors to reduce anxiety only to repeat over and over again, this is OCD. CBT can help you break free and live a more empowering life.
Most experience times of worry, however excessive, ongoing anxiety and worry that you can not control and interfere with daily activities could be a sign of generalized anxiety disorder.
While feeling nervous in social situations is often experienced from time to time, social anxiety affects daily life with fear of scrutiny, being negatively judged by self or others.
Often experienced by many people of all ages and genders. The state of feeling sadness or feeling 'empty', often affecting sleep (too much, or unsatisfactory sleep), and weight changes (weight gain, or loss). Feelings of worthlessness, indecision, poor concentration, and in more severe cases, hopelessness, and thoughts of no longer wanting to live.
Panic attacks are unexpected bouts of overwhelming fear experienced by frightening physiological sensations. Fearful thoughts such as "I'm going 'crazy'", loss of control, accompanied with numbness, shortness of breath, and pounding heart. These are a few thoughts and sensations associated with Panic. Learn techniques and strategies to short circuit this debilitating disorder.
Address and overcome intense fears through gradual exposure techniques and supportive counseling tailored to your specific needs.
After experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event such as occurs in war, a car accident, sexual assault, domestic violence, rape, you begin to experience flashbacks nightmares, reliving the event, or end in fight or flight or freeze mode. This often occurs after passage of time, but results in hypervigilance, irritability, avoidance and isolation, and often is co-occurring with depression. CBT has been shown to be the gold standard for treatment for this disorder. Get your life back.
Many suffer with chronic medical issues that lead to anxiety, depression and avoidance. Learn new ways to think and respond to pain to lead a more resilient and balanced life.
Learn practical techniques to reduce stress, build resilience, and maintain a sense of balance in your life.
Struggles with self confidence and low self esteem can take a toll in many areas such as advancement in career, education, relationships, and in coping with general life skills. CBT provides a safe and supportive relationship to learn strategies and tools to significantly and positively enhance self-esteem.
Facing parenting a teen can lead to stress and many challenges. Learn new skills to communicate, and conceptualize coping with parenting an adolescent. Create and bridge the divide with skills and coping strategies.
CBT can help unravel tangled communication, learn strategies to help with broken trust, and create a more meaningful connection in your relationships.
Bothered by others sounds that make you want to scream? Sneezing, coughing, chewing and other sounds can feel painful. CBT can help you learn skills and coping techniques to help manage situations such as eating with others, classrooms or other situations. Don't let Misophonia keep you from experiencing life.
Having a continuous buzz, high pitch sound or other constant auditory noise can be infuriating and cause multiple issues. With CBT you can learn skills to help you refocus as well as coping strategies to lessen the impact on your life.
Divorce, career change, going off to college can create stressors that often can result in anxiety and depression as well as indecision. Learn to navigate change with proven tools to help now and in your future life transitions.
Compassionate care to help you process grief and find meaning after loss, at your own pace.
Dr. Dorfman is a licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY 26393) with over 20 years of clinical experience. She has treated a wide range of disorders with varied populations. Over the past decade she has honed her skills and gained expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy utilizing the most up to date techniques.
Dr. Dorfman received her M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy and continued on to complete a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. With respect and compassion, and a bit of humor, Dr. Dorfman utilizes her extensive clinical skills to treat a wide range of ages and mental health issues. Her broad range of interests, experiences, continually seeking to add to her clinical skills has allowed her to work with diverse populations. She has expertise spanning from adolescents, young adults transitioning to adulthood, adults, couples, families and groups. Dr. Dorfman has a particular expertise in Obsessional Compulsive Disorder, as well as assisting parents with children with developmental difficulties and other unique challenges. She accomplishes this while providing a wide range of strategies to help develop tools and solutions to overcome varied behavioral, relation, emotional and developmental issues.
Dr. Dorfman completed comprehensive APA accredited internships at Sharp Mesa Vista. Her training provided a strong base with more serious conditions in the inpatient psychiatric and partial hospitalization program, as well as work with outpatient treatment with adults, children and adolescents. Dr. Dorfman has also worked in areas of Juvenile Diversion, Substance Abuse settings, and Escondido Youth Encounter for teens at risk. Her work at Family Health Centers Integrative Medicine and Professional Community Services, working with patients with mental and physical issues rounds out her repertoire.
Dr. Dorfman competes in Dog Sports while continuing to pursue her love of music. She expresses her creative side by pursuing metal arts. Dr. Dorfman can be found on hiking trails throughout San Diego County, swimming in the ocean, star gazing, and indulging in all that is chocolate. Dr. Dorfman lives in sunny San Diego County with her family and dogs.
15+ Years of Medical Excellence
24/7 Therapy Service
A Multi-specialty Practice
A Team of professionals
Our office is designed to be a safe, calming space where you can feel comfortable and supported as you embark on your journey toward well-being.
* Free parking is located in the back of the building.
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Simple Steps to Begin Your Therapy Journey
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Fill Out The Form
Getting started is simple—begin by completing our online intake form. Share some basic information about yourself and your goals for therapy. This step helps us understand your needs and ensures that your journey is tailored to you.
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Schedule Your First Session
Once we’ve received your form, you’ll be able to schedule your initial consultation at a time that works best for you. During this session, we’ll discuss your concerns, explore how therapy can help, and create a personalized plan for moving forward.
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Fees and Insurance
Compassionate Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy does not directly accept insurance and is considered an 'out-of-network provider'. I can provide a super bill for you to submit to your insurance. This will likely allow you to receive some reimbursement if you have a PPO. Payment is collected at the time of each visit through a credit card or debit card. Sessions are billed at $250 for individual and $90 for group sessions.
A dedicated space for exploring emotional well-being and mental health.
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Depression is a widespread mental health condition that affects individuals across all demographics, manifesting in various ways depending on age and circumstances. This guide provides an overview of symptoms, possible causes, and effective treatment options to help individuals recognize and address depression in themselves or their loved ones.
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Struggling with constant worry and anxiety that disrupts your daily life? Learn about Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), its potential causes, and how Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can help you regain control and find balance.
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Struggling with OCD can feel overwhelming, but understanding its causes, subtypes, and management strategies can provide relief. This guide covers key insights
CONTACT FORM
I am looking forward to hearing from you whether you have questions about my services, want to discuss your unique challenges, or are ready to schedule an appointment. I am here to help. Contact me today for a free 15 minute consultation.
1337 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92104
(858)-341-5702
dorfmanphd14@gmail.com
M-TH 12PM - 7:30PM F 12PM - 5PM
Compassionate Care, Real Results
Overcoming Anxiety
"Working with Dr. Dorfman has been life-changing. I struggled with anxiety for years, and her guidance through CBT helped me break free from constant worry. I now have tools to manage my thoughts and feel more confident every day. I can’t recommend her enough!"
– Jessica R., San Diego, CA
Finding Balance During Life Changes
"When I went through a major career transition, I felt overwhelmed and lost. Dr. Dorfman helped me reframe my negative thoughts and develop a plan that made the process less daunting. Her compassionate and practical approach was exactly what I needed."
– David M., Encinitas, CA
Gaining Control Over OCD
"Dr. Dorfman truly understood my struggles with OCD and provided a safe space to work through them. Using CBT and Exposure and Response Prevention, she taught me how to face my fears and break free from compulsions. I feel like I have my life back."
– Emily L., La Jolla, CA
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